Psychotropic Drugs in the Elderly
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Saskatchewan residents over 65 years of age (16% of population) consume 47% of all prescription medications. The elderly are especially susceptible to drug-induced cognitive impairment partly due to polypharmacy and renal/hepatic dysfunction. Preexisting cognitive problems make it difficult to detect the role of drugs in causing new symptoms or making old ones worse. ♦See also additional RxFiles Psychotropic Comparison Charts!
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